EM1807G “Cultivating Biomedical Innovation” (IM GR-1072018)

EM1807G “Cultivating Biomedical Innovation” (IM GR-1072018)

The purpose of this lecture is to introduce the basics of biomedical innovation, including current trends and impact on healthcare. This presentation will also overview the latest developments in cardiovascular clinical innovation and initiatives here at UT Southwestern. The establishment of a Technology Development Network to promote biomedical innovation amongst clinical faculty will also be discussed.

Dr. Kartik Agusala is a clinical educator in the Division of Cardiology with a focus on cardiac imaging, serving as medical director of nuclear cardiology. He is a native Texan, having earned his medical degree at Baylor College of Medicine, then completing his medical training at McGaw Medical Center of Northwestern University and then Emory University School of Medicine. His main clinical interests are general cardiology, echocardiography and nuclear cardiology. His background in finance and investment banking prior to medical school led to his interest in health care venture development and biomedical innovation.